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Sujata Bhakat takes charge as south region head at Times Internet
BENGALURU: Times Internet has appointed Sujata Bhakat as its new region head – south, strengthening its leadership bench as it sharpens focus on regional expansion.
Bhakat joins from Network18 Media & Investments, where she has served as senior manager since 2022. In her new role, she will lead growth initiatives across southern India, deepen client partnerships and expand the company’s presence in high-potential markets.
Announcing the move on LinkedIn, Bhakat said she was excited to begin her new position at Times Internet.
Before Network18, she held senior roles at Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd, Dun & Bradstreet, Radio Mirchi and IFB Industries. She began her career in 2010 as assistant manager – marketing at IFB Industries, building early expertise in brand and marketing strategy.
With over 14 years of experience, Bhakat brings a strong background in key account management, business development, sales, marketing strategy and vendor management, positioning her to steer Times Internet’s regional ambitions in a competitive digital landscape.
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Republic Media Network appoints Mohit Dhamne as group CEO
Founding member elevated as network reports 149 million monthly digital users
NEW DELHI: Republic Media Network has appointed Mohit Dhamne as its group chief executive officer, elevating a founding member who has been part of the organisation since its inception in 2016.
Dhamne’s rise within the network has been steady and multi-layered. He began as head of finance, later taking on responsibilities as company secretary and EVP (Finance), before being elevated to chief financial officer in December 2023. In his new role, he will now oversee the group’s overall strategic and operational direction.
The network described him as a key architect of its evolution into one of India’s leading broadcast and digital news platforms. He brings cross-functional expertise spanning finance, law and management, backed by qualifications as a chartered accountant, company secretary, and a postgraduate management degree from the Indian School of Business, Hyderabad.
Congratulating him, Arnab Goswami said Dhamne has been instrumental in shaping the organisation’s growth journey since inception. He added that the founding team’s shared experience and leadership framework will help the network pursue new opportunities and scale further.
The appointment comes at a time of strong momentum for the network. Over recent months, Republic has expanded its core business team by 30 per cent and strengthened its leadership structure with senior executives managing defined revenue portfolios across platforms.
On the digital front, Republic Digital has reported 149 million monthly users, according to Comscore data, reinforcing its position as one of India’s most widely consumed digital news offerings.
The growth has also been supported by expansion in its integrated brand solutions division, Republic Brand Studio, as the network continues to build a more diversified revenue ecosystem.
With this leadership transition, Republic Media Network is positioning itself for its next phase of expansion, combining broadcast strength with accelerating digital scale.
